Benahar
About Benahar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Benahar village is 326708. Benahar village is located in Indpur subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 10.1km away from sub-district headquarter Indpur. Bankura is the district headquarter of Benahar village. As per 2009 stats, Raghunathpur is the gram panchayat of Benahar village.
The total geographical area of village is 181.16 hectares. Benahar has a total population of 531 peoples, out of which male population is 261 while female population is 270. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1034 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of benahar village is 65.54% out of which 71.26% males and 60.00% females are literate. There are about 109 houses in benahar village. Pincode of benahar village locality is 722173.
When it comes to administration, Benahar village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Benahar village comes under Chhatna Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bankura Lok Sabha constituency. Bankura is nearest town to benahar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
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Population of Benahar
The population details of Benahar cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 531 | 261 | 270 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 57 | 28 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 476 | 236 | 240 |
| Literate Population | 348 | 186 | 162 |
| Illiterate Population | 183 | 75 | 108 |
Connectivity of Benahar
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Benahar
Where is Benahar located?
Benahar village is situated in Indpur Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Benahar?
The Gram Panchayat of Benahar is Raghunathpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Benahar?
The pincode of Benahar is 722173, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Benahar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Benahar is 531, with 261 males and 270 females.
How many households are there in Benahar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Benahar village has a total of 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Benahar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Benahar is 65.54%. The male literacy rate is 71.26%, while the female literacy rate is 60.00%.